Ayodhya Skies Lit Up With Massive Fireworks on Diwali Eve, Laser Show Illuminates Saryu Ghat | Watch

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Ayodhya witnessed a mesmerising Diwali eve as massive firecrackers lit up the skies amid preparations for Deepotsav 2025 — a trend of lighting lakhs of earthen lamps (diyas) that has continued in the city in the past few yearsBesides the firecracker show, a Ram Leela was also performed at Ram Ki Paidi, located on the banks of the River Saryu in Ayodhya, which was later illuminated by a laser and light show.With the ghats lit up with diyas and colourful lights, Deepotsav is celebrated every year in Ayodhya.

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Meanwhile, preparations are in full swing for the grand event at Ram Ki Paidi on the banks of the River Saryu.Ahead of the festival of lights, grand arrangements are underway in the city to create history by lighting over 26 lakh diyas this fall.Devotees and tourists have already started arriving to witness the grand illumination of the ghats.

One devotee expressed his excitement at visiting the holy city: "Bahut acha nazara hai... bahut anand aa raha hai," he told ANI.Another devotee from Patna praised the government, saying, "There are all the proper arrangements for the devotees who are coming here..."

Deepotsav Target To Light Over 26 Lakh Earthen Lamps This Fall

This year, a record 26,11,101 lamps will illuminate Ram Ki Paidi and 56 ghats, creating a divine spectacle that will not only dazzle the eyes but also fill hearts with devotion to Lord Shri Ram. The radiance of these lamps will showcase Ayodhya's spiritual and cultural grandeur on the global stage.Deepotsav, organised under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, stands as a symbol of faith, unity, and devotion. The festival strengthens Ayodhya's identity as a global hub of spirituality and tourism.Volunteers from universities and colleges are preparing to break last year’s record by lighting over 26 lakh diyas. The effort involves more than 10,000 people.

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The counting of lamps is being done based on the pattern in which they are placed.Guinness World Records adjudicator Richard Stenning detailed a structured process for the record attempt, likely similar to previous Deepotsav events involving mass lamp lighting.The attempt involves scanning QR codes to track participants entering the venue.Uttar Pradesh Police have also been conducting continuous inspections across Ayodhya to ensure public safety ahead of Deepotsav 2025.The festival of Diwali is celebrated to mark Lord Ram's return to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile and his victory over the demon king Ravana. During the exile, Ravana of Lanka abducted Mata Sita.Lord Rama conquered Lanka and rescued Mata Sita. In joyous celebration of this victory and the return of King Rama, the people of Ayodhya illuminate the city with earthen diyas and distribute sweets.Diwali marks the triumph of good over evil. People prepare by cleansing their homes and spirits. Ritual baths and lighting diyas are central to the celebration. Homes are decorated with rangolis and flowers, and wishes and messages are shared to spread positivity.With inputs from ANI